Chris Explores the Gospels

In this episode of Chris Explores the Gospels, we enter the story of the paralytic — a man carried to Jesus by friends when he could not come on his own. Through historical context, cultural insight, and sensory storytelling, we discover why Jesus forgives before He heals, and what this reveals about the wounds we carry beneath the surface. With a personal reflection on identity, self‑perception, and the healing power of God&...

In this Gospel Snack, Chris reflects on 1 Peter 5:7 and the freeing truth that you don’t have to carry your worries alone. God invites you to cast every care on Him — not just the “big” ones — because He cares personally and consistently for you. This brief reflection encourages you to release what’s weighing you down and rest in the nearness of God’s steady, present care.

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In this episode of Chris Explores the Gospels, we follow Jesus into Gentile territory — a place shaped by Greek culture, Roman influence, and spiritual practices foreign to the Jewish world. There, He confronts two men living among the tombs, tormented by forces no one else could restrain. We discover the deeper meaning of this encounter: Jesus is not only the One who calms storms — He is the One who confronts darkness....

In this Gospel Snack, Chris reflects on Matthew 6:33 and the clarity that comes when we put God first. When life feels crowded with responsibilities and worries, Jesus invites us not to ignore what matters, but to reorder it. Seeking the Kingdom first doesn’t remove every challenge, but it steadies the heart and brings life into focus. This brief reflection encourages you to start with God and let everything else fall into pl...

In this episode of Chris Explores the Gospels, we enter one of the most dramatic moments in Jesus’ ministry — the calming of the storm. As the disciples face a sudden, violent storm on the Sea of Galilee, their fear reveals the gap between what they know about Jesus and what they trust about Him. Through historical context, cultural insight, and sensory storytelling, we discover the deeper meaning of this miracle: Jesus...

In this Gospel Snack, Chris reflects on Romans 5:3–5 and the surprising way God brings hope out of suffering. Hard seasons can feel pointless, but Scripture reminds us that God uses them to grow endurance, shape character, and form a hope that doesn’t disappoint. This brief reflection invites you to see your struggles — and your strength — through the lens of God’s faithful work in your life.

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In this episode, we step into one of Jesus’ most challenging teachings — His call to follow Him even when it costs something. Through the stories of a bold scribe, a hesitant disciple, and the surprising demands of first‑century discipleship, we discover what it truly means to say “yes” to Jesus. Along the way, Chris shares his own journey into ministry — a call that began as a quiet nudge, grew throug...

In this episode of Chris Explores the Gospels, we step into one of the most intimate moments in Matthew’s narrative — the day Jesus enters Peter’s home and brings healing into the heart of family life. Through historical insight, cultural context, and a deeply personal story about receiving the Eucharist at home during a season of illness, we discover the God who sees the hidden places of our lives and meets us th...

In this episode of Chris Explores the Gospels, we step into one of the most powerful encounters in Matthew’s Gospel — the moment when a Roman centurion approaches Jesus with a faith so clear, so humble, and so confident that it makes Jesus stop and marvel. Together, we explore the world behind this story, the authority the centurion recognizes, and the extraordinary statement that has echoed through centuries: “Lo...

In this episode, we follow Jesus down the mountain after the Sermon on the Mount and into one of the most shocking encounters in the Gospels — His healing of a man with leprosy. We explore what it meant to be “unclean” in the Jewish world, why Jesus’ touch broke every social expectation, and how this moment reveals the heart of God. Chris shares a personal story about growing up in Utah and knowing what it f...

In the final episode of the Sermon on the Mount series, Jesus calls His listeners to build their lives on rock — not by hearing His words only, but by living them. Through historical insight, rabbinic context, and a deeply personal story about the rock‑solid faith of his grandparents, Chris explores Matthew 7:24-29 and what it means to stand firm in the storms of life. With sensory storytelling, contemplative prayer, and a he...

In Matthew 7:13–23, Jesus calls His disciples to choose the narrow way — the path of authenticity, courage, and true interior transformation. Chris explores the ancient Jewish “Two Ways” tradition, the meaning of false prophets, the test of spiritual fruit, and the danger of spiritual performance. Through historical insight, rabbinic context, and a personal story about returning to the Catholic Church after ...